NIH MeSH · D016683Phenomena and Processes
Supine Position
Also known asPositions, Supine · Position, Supine · Supine Positions · Dorsal Position · Dorsal Positions · Position, Dorsal · Positions, Dorsal
Definition
The posture of an individual lying face up.
MeSH classification
- G11.427.695.625
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What does Supine Position mean in medicine?
The posture of an individual lying face up. This definition is taken from the National Library of Medicine's MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) 2026 release, which is the standard vocabulary used to index PubMed and most medical literature.
Is Supine Position known by any other names?
Yes. Supine Position is also referred to as Positions, Supine, Position, Supine, Supine Positions, Dorsal Position in different clinical, research and patient-facing contexts. The MeSH descriptor groups all of these synonyms under a single canonical concept so research and records stay consistent.
Where does Supine Position sit in the medical classification?
Supine Position falls under the broader medical category "Phenomena and Processes" in the MeSH hierarchy (tree numbers: G11.427.695.625). Browsing the related concepts on this page takes you to neighbouring topics in the same branch of medicine.
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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D016683) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗